Many adults yearn for straight teeth but are reluctant to undergo orthodontic treatment because of the look and feel that traditional braces are far too well-known for. The Invisalign orthodontic system was introduced to dentists and orthodontists as a means for people to achieve straight teeth without the use of traditional braces. If you have written off orthodontics because you are not thrilled by the thought of wearing traditional braces, it might be time for you to learn about Invisalign.

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It's that time of year, folks. Sinus colds, flu, sore throats, all terrible and completely unwanted. I woke up this morning with a sinus cold and besides the constant sneezing, my upper teeth also hurt.

When you have a sinus cold, are your teeth affected? Have you gone to see your dentist because you thought that you had a toothache only to find the pain and/ or tenderness was caused by your sinuses? below!

The British Dental Health Foundation released a rather shocking report this month that may cause many women to step up their oral hygiene routine. The report, released on February 11, 2011, states that women with gum disease and or missing teeth may be up to 11 times more likely to develop breast cancer.

Sweden's Karolinska Institute studied over three thousand patients, ending with 41 women developing cancer. The women with gum disease and tooth loss were found to be 11 times more likely to develop cancer. This study is said to be the first to examine the relationship between gum disease, tooth loss and cancer. More studies will be necessary in order to fully explain the link, if any, between gum disease, tooth loss, and cancer.

Gum disease is continually popping up in the news as a link or result of serious health concerns. Diabetes, preterm birth, and heart disease are only a few conditions related to this preventable disease.

Have you been to see your dentist lately?

Steven, a member of the Dentistry Forum, recently had full ceramic crowns completed on some of his front teeth, but he was confused by the instructions his dentist gave him after the procedure. Steven writes,

"I just had a restoration with Procera zirconia on upper front teeth. The doctor said I should avoid biting with them."

I did my best to answer his question, but I would like to hear your experiences after having a posterior or anterior crown placed. Are you able to enjoy foods the same way as you did before you had your crowns done? Are there certain foods that you now avoid because of your crowns? We all know that obvious food such as candy should be avoided when you have crowns, but are there other foods that you have no choice but to decline because of your crowns? Head over to Steven's post in the Dentistry Forum, and share your experiences with him.